"A Desire Fulfilled is Sweet to the Soul"

Well, I have taken a much needed break from Martin Luther for about a week or two to read an excellent book recommended by “Girl Talk” (a blog by Carolyn Mahaney and her three daughters). The latest book they have started for their book club is “Doing Things Right in the Matters of the Heart”, by John Ensor. “Intriguing”, I thought. Well, after receiving the book in the mail, I quickly learn that it is a book designed for singles. I read it anyway, and let me tell you it has been an excellent reminder on the biblical design of manhood and womanhood. It discusses the desire of both the heart of men and women, their pursuit of each other, and their biblical mandate for the relationship. It has been a true encouragement for me as a wife and mother, but also a beautiful reflection as I have thought back to all the amazing things God did during Tory’s and my courtship. How He prepared our hearts even before our dating began and how clearly He spoke to each of us individually as we took steps towards marriage. And as I lay here on bed rest and think of how we as a couple have been forced to take up new and somewhat awkward roles in our family over the past four weeks, I am reassured of God’s grace and love for me to have given me much more than I could ever have asked for in a husband. Tory has lovingly, without thinking twice about it, set aside his summer classes, his job, and much of his study time to make sure that his family and his home are cared for. He has worked hard to make sure that his daughter’s schedule remains as normal as possible, that food is available, that money is used wisely, that his wife continues to be “nourished and cherished”, and that our home remains full of happiness and grace.

Thank you Tory for being that “desire fulfilled” and for your continued pursuit of me. Your leadership and love for your family continues to amaze me everyday. It is a beautiful picture to see the way you love your daughter through teaching her about her Creator. Thank you most of all for loving your Father above us, and your continued pursual in knowing Him more and making much of who He is. I love you.

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